Western Grocer Serving the industry since 1916
Brampton, ON – February 24, 2026 — Cardinal Meats proudly marks its 60th anniversary this year, celebrating six decades of growth, innovation and high-quality products. Founded in 1966, Cardinal Meats has grown from a regional processor into a nationally respected supplier, best known for its signature beef burgers, and fully cooked products …
February, 2026
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23 February
Your Preference Kombucha – expanding its functional wellness portfolio.
Your Preference Kombucha Ltd., a craft nano-brewery based in Medicine Hat, Alberta, is expanding its functional wellness portfolio with the launch of its Kombucha and Water Kefir Gummies alongside Kombucha Vitamin Gummies. Designed for today’s health-conscious consumers, the gummies are crafted using raw organic kombucha and water kefir cultures to …
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23 February
Loblaw to invest $2.4 billion in the Canadian economy in 2026, with plans to build 70 new stores and create well over 9,000 jobs
Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX: L, “Loblaw” or the “Company”), Canada’s food and pharmacy leader, announced that it will spend $2.4 billion in 2026 to expand and renovate its store network, enhance its supply chain capabilities, and create jobs for people all across Canada. At a time when Canadians are struggling …
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21 February
Here’s the Scoop: Baskin-Robbins® Canada and Nestlé® Canada Team Up for a Delicious Canadian Grocery Debut
TORONTO, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Get your spoons ready. Baskin-Robbins® Canada and Nestlé® Canada Inc. are teaming up to transform the grocery freezer aisle, bringing the beloved scoop shop experience home. Rolling out February 2026, you can grab select Baskin-Robbins’® signature ice creams at your local grocery store, …
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21 February
Level Ground is pleased to announce the appointment of Ben Miller as Director of Business Development & Market Expansion.
Ben steps into the role with more than 10 years of experience across business development, marketing, and sales. In this expanded position, he will lead sales, marketing, and all business development initiatives, supporting Level Ground’s continued growth across Canada and strengthening partnerships within the grocery and specialty coffee channels. Since …
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21 February
Group Bel Canada Partners with Logiag to Support the Decarbonization of Canadian Dairy Production
Group Bel Canada is investing $3.7 million over five years in partnership with Logiag to support the decarbonization of Canadian dairy production. The program aims to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions linked to milk procurement for the local production of Mini Babybel® at the Sorel-Tracy plant by 30%—a reduction …
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21 February
Coffee Consumption Remained Strong in Canada in 2025, Despite Rising Prices
Coffee Still Holds the Top Spot as Canada’s Most-Consumed Beverage Toronto, ON – February 19, 2026 – Coffee remained Canada’s most-consumed beverage in 2025, with 71% of Canadians reporting they drank a coffee beverage yesterday, according to the Coffee Association of Canada’s Canadian Coffee Drinking Trends study. Despite economic pressures …
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19 February
BC Budget Falls Short on Food Economy Despite Targeted Manufacturing Incentive
Vancouver, BC – February 18, 2026 – While the provincial government’s latest budget includes a new manufacturing and manufacturing tax incentive and an investment in skilled trades and training, the overall fiscal plan raises serious concerns for B.C.’s food and beverage manufacturing sector. The Temporary Manufacturing and Process Tax Credit for …
